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Green · Diesel · 2008 · 1,560 cc

V8 PTLMOT history

V8 PTL is a green diesel MINI first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 143,022 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

V8 PTL green MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
143,022 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 PTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 PTL was last recorded at 143,022 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 8,377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,645 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,377 miles
Average per year
6,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,022 miles
  • 2025 – 134,645 miles
  • 2024 – 125,788 miles
  • 2023 – 117,032 miles
  • 2022 – 108,448 miles
  • 2021 – 102,224 miles
  • 2020 – 98,622 miles
  • 2019 – 92,001 miles
  • 2017 – 86,760 miles
  • 2014 – 78,996 miles
  • 2013 – 65,892 miles
  • 2012 – 53,792 miles
  • 2011 – 43,541 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,022 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened All Round (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,022 miles (+8,377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    143,022 miles
    Test number
    955396917525
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened All Round (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  2. Pass134,645 miles (+8,857)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    134,645 miles
    Test number
    609592859096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass125,788 miles (+8,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    125,788 miles
    Test number
    165238441129
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear Subframes Corroded

  4. Pass117,032 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    117,032 miles
    Test number
    110780201950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail117,023 miles (+8,575)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,023 miles
    Test number
    731970514847
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges warn heavily (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass108,448 miles (+6,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,448 miles
    Test number
    237013718424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass102,224 miles (+3,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,224 miles
    Test number
    692338182336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass98,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,622 miles
    Test number
    477060773564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail98,622 miles (+6,621)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,622 miles
    Test number
    781956875596
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/45 17 84V (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass92,001 miles (+5,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,001 miles
    Test number
    174858687066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass86,760 miles (+7,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    86,760 miles
    Test number
    192075986025
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass78,996 miles (+13,104)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    78,996 miles
    Test number
    719445094269
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTyre pressure warning light on

  13. Pass65,892 miles (+12,100)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    65,892 miles
    Test number
    518412093290
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront wiper blades split slightly at ends
    • NoteSlight left to right movement in rear anti roll bar

  14. Pass53,792 miles (+10,251)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    53,792 miles
    Test number
    455860902463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    43,541 miles
    Test number
    245489891226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 PTL

Does V8 PTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 PTL is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 PTL?
The MOT on V8 PTL is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 PTL done?
V8 PTL was recorded at 143,022 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 6,997 miles a year.
Has V8 PTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 PTL has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on V8 PTL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V8 PTL find?
V8 PTL passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened all round; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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